Wildfire risk snapshot · Amite City, LA

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Current risk outlook

Wildfire risk for Amite City, LA.

Live conditions updated just now. Refreshes every 5–40 minutes.

This view summarizes wildfire exposure based on fuels, seasonal dryness, and regional fire patterns. Dedicated wildfire baselines are rolling out.

Live risk outlook

MODERATE

Moderate

Next 6–24 hours: Dryness and wind signal: Low (12/100) · RH 79% · Wind 10 mph · Rain chance 11%.

0 active fire weather alerts · 0 active fire points within 50 mi.

Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

65

/ 100

Wildfire risk score65/100

For typical homes located in Amite City, LA.

Baseline context

Wildfire exposure derived from ingested fire potential tiles.

Active fire & smoke

0

within 50 mi

Nearest

155 mi

Smoke plume

No smoke plume detected

Dryness and wind signal

Low (12/100)

RH 79% · Wind 10 mph · Rain 11%

NOAA HMS · fires Feb 26 · smoke Feb 26

Local hazard map

Amite City, LA

Wildfire tiles

Click a tile to update scores. These layers are for awareness and are not a replacement for official NWS / NHC warnings.

Live fire weather signals

Low signal

Fire weather alerts near Amite City

No active fire weather alerts at the moment.

Live dryness and wind

Low (12/100)

RH 79% · Wind 10 mph · Current rain 0.0 mm · Rain chance 11%

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Source: National Weather Service.

Wildfire readiness checklist

  • Clear dry debris within 5 ft of structures.
  • Trim branches 6–10 ft from roofs and chimneys.
  • Move wood piles and propane tanks 30+ ft away.
  • Clean gutters and ember screens before peak season.

Prioritize defensible space, ember hardening, and evacuation routes.

5-day weather outlook

Today

MODERATE

Rain chance: 22%

Max wind: 5 to 10 mph

Risk score: 43/100

Tomorrow

MODERATE

Rain chance: 41%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 53/100

Sat

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 0 to 5 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Sun

LOW

Rain chance: 1%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Mon

LOW

Rain chance: 7%

Max wind: 0 to 10 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wildfire exposure

Local wildfire data facts

Wildfire tile key-906,307
Baseline tile score65/100
Active fire detections0 within 50 mi · nearest 155 mi
Smoke plume statusNo smoke plume detected

Baseline wildfire potential from USFS hazard potential tiles, plus live dryness, wind, fire, smoke, and NWS fire weather alerts.

Historical wildfire exposure near Amite City

  • Wildfire risk tracks fuel availability, drought stress, and wind-driven spread.
  • Local topography can funnel flames and embers into specific corridors.
  • Seasonality matters: prolonged dry spells raise ignition and spread risk.

Wildfire risk FAQs for Amite City

Can wildfire affect Amite City?

Wildfire exposure depends on nearby fuels, dryness, and wind patterns. This view summarizes regional conditions and seasonal drivers.

What drives wildfire spread risk?

Dry fuels, wind, slope, and prolonged heat create the highest spread potential. Defensible space and ember resistance reduce damage risk.